12 61 285 Replacing engine oil level switch (N62)
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Switch off ignition
Remove reinforcement plate
Drain off engine oil
Illustration shows E65:
Unlock and detach plug connection (1).
Unscrew nuts.
Tightening torque, refer to 12 61 2AZ in ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Remove level switch (2).
Installation:
Clean sealing face on oil sump.
Replace seal on level switch.
An excessively low torque value will result in oil leakage, an excessively high torque value will result in damage to the level switch.
Top up engine oil.